My final flight home from San Antonio was through Phoenix. This flight would again represent a couple more firsts for me, though the American Airlines PHX-HNL route is one I wanted to avoid. But, American being American these days, this flight was my best option for the final leg of my journey home. … [Read more...] about American Airlines PHX-HNL (pmUS 757)
Island Miler
Duke Lane Coming to the Hyatt Centric Waikiki
A new food and beverage retail concept is coming to Waikiki. Called Duke Lane, the concept will focus on local and gourmet products. … [Read more...] about Duke Lane Coming to the Hyatt Centric Waikiki
Hawaiian Air Annual Lei Day Giveaway
May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii Nei. And to celebrate, Hawaiian Air usually runs a contest to celebrate. This year was no different with the return of the Hawaiian Air annual Lei Day giveaway. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Annual Lei Day Giveaway
Review: Smoke Shack San Antonio
After walking around the Alamo and Riverwalk, it was time for lunch. A buddy of mine used to live in San Antonio, so I turned to him for dining recommendations. And for course, his recommendation was to get out of downtown San Antonio and head to the Smoke Shack. … [Read more...] about Review: Smoke Shack San Antonio
The Alamo + San Antonio Riverwalk
Day 2 in San Antonio was my first full day in the city. Later that day would be my conference registration and opening. But, since I had the morning free, I decided to head out and explore a little. And to start, I headed over to the Alamo. … [Read more...] about The Alamo + San Antonio Riverwalk
Hawaiian Airlines Brand Refresh
May Day (May 1st) is Lei Day in Hawaii. And traditionally, Hawaiian Airlines has chosen Lei Day to unveil new iterations of its brand. Which is exactly what happened yesterday. For the first time in 16 years, a Hawaiian Airlines brand refresh was unveiled to the world. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Brand Refresh
Hawaii Airlines Forge New Partnerships
Hawaii's two largest locally-based airlines have been busy building new business. Both Hawaiian Air and Island Air have been busy growing their fleets and route networks. But now, both these Hawaii Airlines forge new partnerships to continue to diversify their growth. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Airlines Forge New Partnerships
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana San Antonio
Pizza isn't the first thing you'd think eating of when visiting Texas. But, thanks a bourbon hunting adventure and a TV show, it's what I ate my first night. But ordinary pizza this is not, this is Dough Pizzeria Napoletana. … [Read more...] about Dough Pizzeria Napoletana San Antonio
Haleakala National Park Restricting Tour Operations
There's no doubting that Haleakala National Parking is an amazing place to visit. Its unique landscape, unparalleled sunrise/sunset views, and unique floral and fauna make it a visitor magnet. But, the park has been grappling with overcrowding and began implementing crowd control policies last year. Now, another is coming: Haleakala National Park Restricting Tour Operations. … [Read more...] about Haleakala National Park Restricting Tour Operations
San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter
The purpose of my visit to San Antonio was to attend a conference. And, of course, since the conference took place at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter, this is where I stayed. If I were traveling for leisure, though, I likely wouldn't have chosen this hotel. … [Read more...] about San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter